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Go topBy: Nissrine Bedda / Arab America Contributing Writer Former President Jimmy Carter passed away this past Sunday at the age of 100, leaving many Americans reflecting fondly on a leader who was ahead of his time. While our community mourns this loss, we also take this moment to reflect on the challenges of recent years, … Continued
By: Fedal Hanoun / Arab America Contributing Writer With music and dance at the core of its customs, the Middle East boasts one of the richest cultural legacies in the world. Middle Eastern music captures themes of love, celebration, and spirituality, from the complex melodies of the oud to the hypnotic rhythms of the darbuka. … Continued
By: Mehdi El Merini / Arab America Contributing Writer In the early 20th century, the tensions between European powers over influence in Africa and other parts of the world contributed significantly to the outbreak of World War I. Among the most notable incidents were the First and Second Moroccan Crises, which not only showcased the … Continued
By: Arwa Almasaari / Arab America Contributing Writer As we welcome the New Year, it’s time to reflect on the achievements and progress made by the Arab American community in 2024. This year, the Arab America Foundation (AAF) has continued its mission to promote Arab heritage, challenge stereotypes, and empower communities through impactful initiatives. From … Continued
By: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer Regardless of how technologically advanced Israel has become, it will not be able to act as the superpower of the Middle East. And no matter how long the United States taxpayer can support Israel’s military adventures, the Zionist state cannot forever sustain its appetite for annexing Palestinian … Continued
By Liam Nagle / Arab America Contributing Writer We have all heard about the various astronomers, philosophers, and masters of the sciences in the Muslim world during the Islamic Golden Age. One such figure from this period was Maslama al-Majriti, also known in Latin as Methilem, a scholar from Madrid during the time of Muslim … Continued
By: Nissrine Bedda / Arab America Contributing Writer For the past month, European media outlets have been amplifying anti-Moroccan and anti-Maghreb rhetoric following events in November linked to the Israeli-led Maccabi Tel Aviv soccer match in Amsterdam. While the anti-Arab sentiment expressed during the match itself largely went unnoticed, much of the blame for the … Continued
By: Ghassan Rubeiz / Arab America Contributing Writer In Syria, the mood has been cautiously optimistic since the fall of Assad last week. The uprising has been peaceful; the new leaders have been cooperating with the old regime’s technocrats to ensure continuity of public services; they are showing flexibility and no longer seem interested in … Continued
By: Fedal Hanoun / Arab America Contributing WriterAn important chapter in the history of Syria was the French rule there, from 1920 until 1946. Approved formally under the League of Nations Mandate system, France seized Syria and Lebanon after the Ottoman Empire fell apart following World War One. Though assertions of promoting stability and modernization … Continued
By Mehdi El Merini / Arab America contributing writer Morocco’s successful joint bid with Spain and Portugal to host the 2030 FIFA World Cup is a monumental achievement, marking the first time the tournament will be co-hosted across two continents: Europe and Africa. This collaboration signifies a new era of transcontinental unity in sports while … Continued
By Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer Studying by the dim glow of a candle is a cliché often used by Arab parents to emphasize the hardships they endured to secure their education and inspire their children to pursue a brighter future. But what if this familiar phrase wasn’t just a metaphor? What if … Continued
By: Fedal Hanoun / Arab America Contributing Writer In this piece, Arab American contributing writer, Fedal Hanoun, explores the evolution of Syria’s national flags, reflecting its rich cultural heritage, political changes, and struggles for independence. From the symbols of ancient civilizations to Ottoman rule, the Arab Revolt, and French mandate, each flag marked a key … Continued
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